From Dublin to Burgundy — A New Chapter
It’s hard to put into words, but I feel the need to get this out of my system. Ireland, and […]
Guitar & Craft
Thoughts on guitar, songwriting, recording, and the craft of making music. Techniques, reflections, and lessons learned from years of playing, teaching, and performing.
Guitar & Craft, Music, Thoughts & Essays
My Cover of Dean Lewis’s Half A Man
Okay, I am a bit late with this post… But better late than never, right? So on the 21st
A Moment
We live in a world of instant gratification. Music is a beautiful gift, but it requires your attention to enjoy
Recording in Paris
Back in early March I had the pleasure to meet two wonderful people, Vincent and Alicia (and Boubou). I had
Guitar & Craft, Music, Thoughts & Essays
Whole Lotta Love by Led Zeppelin (J.P. Kallio Acoustic cover)
I had a lot of fun stepping out of my comfort zone with this Led Zeppelin classic. One of those
Artists dealing with the challenges of Covid-19
If ever I found it hard to find the words to start a blog post, it is today. Many of
How Music Can Wake You Up
What I am about to say here, is not meant in any way to take away from the struggle of
Stop making excuses, start doing the work
Stop making excuses, start doing the work. Stop looking for a booking agent, start booking gigs. Stop looking for a
Troubled artistic heart
I am definitely in possession of a troubled artistic heart. And it does come with a price. What I am
Digging deep in DADGAD
Lately, I have been digging deep in DADGAD, which is the alternative tuning that is the standard tuning for me. There